Overview
GetStorage is a lightweight, synchronous key-value storage solution built entirely in Dart, designed for fast and efficient data persistence across multiple platforms. It provides a simple API to store and retrieve basic data types like strings, numbers, booleans, and lists without requiring asynchronous operations. Ideal for small-scale app state management or caching, it runs seamlessly on Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. Its minimal footprint and ease of use make it suitable for developers seeking a straightforward alternative to more complex databases.
Use cases
- Storing user preferences
- Caching small datasets
- Persisting app settings
- Managing session data
- Simple local state management
Key features
- Synchronous operations
- Lightweight and fast
- Supports multiple platforms
- Easy-to-use API
- No external dependencies
Suitable for
- Small to medium apps
- Quick prototyping
- Simple data persistence needs
- Cross-platform development
- Apps avoiding complex database setups
Considerations
- Not suitable for large datasets
- Limited query capabilities
- No built-in encryption
- Data stored in plain text
- Best for simple key-value pairs only